Brynn Whitfield May Have Announced Her Exit From 'RHONY,' Leaving Fans Puzzled

Though they have similar themes (drama, backstabbing, divorces), those who tune into The Real Housewives franchise know that each Andy Cohen-produced show has its own quirks about them. For instance, The Real Housewives of New York City has often been known for its lightheartedness and ability to keep us tuned in once the inevitable beef began. The show is also the only one in the Bravo world with a complete refresh as of this writing.

Since Season 14, we've followed the reimagined RHONY cast — Jenna Lyons, Jessel Taank, Ubah Hassan, Erin Lichy, Sai de Silva, and Brynn Whitfield, with Racquel Chevremont and Rebecca Minkoff joining the series in Season 15.

As we've gotten to know them, it seemed like they were here to stay through the ups and downs. However, Brynn shocked (and confused) fans by announcing her departure from RHONY via social media.

Let's unpack the madness!

On Tuesday, Dec. 17, after Season 15, Ep. 12 of RHONY aired, Brynn announced leaving the show to focus on her "next chapter." In a lengthy note to her fans on social media, the marketing girlie expressed her appreciation to her castmates and the crew for the experience.

"After two incredible seasons, I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from The Real Housewives of New York," the statement read. This journey has been one of the most rewarding, wild, and unforgettable experiences of my life, and I’m so grateful to Bravo, the crew, my castmates, and the fans who’ve supported me along the way."

“Sometimes you know when it’s time for a new chapter, and for me, that time is now," she added. "I’m excited to focus on my personal growth, new opportunities, and maybe even a little less drama (just a little!).”

Brynn also said she was grateful for the "laughter, tears, and the memories" she received from her co-stars over the last two seasons. She also confirmed that, while her time on the show was no more, she would be "cheering" her castmates on and "sending love from the sidelines."

While Brynn didn't explain why she left RHONY, many fans wondered if her statement was true. The exit "announcement" was only shared on a parody Bravo X (formerly Twitter) account, @Bravfaux. Brynn has yet to share the news on her accounts or confirm the news on her platform.

If the rumors about her departure are true, it would explain why Andy said on his Sirius XM show that something "very controversial and upsetting" happens at the finale, leading to an explosive reunion.

Fans saw a preview of how intense the season will get during a scene from the penultimate episode. In a scene from the girls' trip to Puerto Rico, things get heated between Brynn and Ubah, who have been going back and forth all season. However, Ubah seemingly ticked Brynn off for the last time after accusing her of sleeping with someone to get her job on RHONY, which she denied.

Catch new episodes of The Real Housewives of New York City on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. EST.